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Tests Nuclear-Capable Ballistic Missile

  • 29 Nov 2024

On 28th November, 2024, India achieved a major milestone in strategic capabilities by successfully testing the nuclear-capable K4 ballistic missile from submarine INS Arighaat in the Bay of Bengal, marking its ability to launch nuclear missiles from land, air, and sea.

Key Points

  • K4 Missile Test Details: The K4 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM), with a range of 3,500 km, was tested from INS Arighaat off Visakhapatnam.
  • This marks India’s first SLBM test from a nuclear-powered submarine, following several tests from submersible platforms in recent years.
  • Indigenous Development of INS Arighaat: The submarine features indigenous systems and equipment conceptualised and developed by Indian scientists, industry, and naval personnel.
  • Strategic Significance: With the successful test, India joins an elite group of nations capable of launching nuclear missiles from land, air, and sea.
  • Focus on Combat Preparedness: India is enhancing its military capabilities amid China’s aggressive posturing, focusing on advanced weapons systems and bolstered nuclear deterrence.